EXPERIENCED DEPUTY SHERIFF
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Prince George’s County Government provides a dynamic and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive, learn, and grow across its 30 diverse agencies, all dedicated to serving the County's residents with essential resources and services. Nestled just minutes away from Washington, DC, Prince George's County combines urban vibrancy with serene surroundings, offering an ideal setting to live, work, and enjoy life.
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BILINGUAL APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY
About the Position
The Prince George's County Office of the Sheriff is currently seeking qualified candidates to fill multiple full-time positions of Experienced Deputy Sheriff (EDS) (Deputy Sheriff Private), grade W21.
Candidates must have at least one year of prior law enforcement experience in the State of Maryland and must be currently certified by the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commission (MPCTC) and have completed at least one (1) year as a full-time Police Officer in the State of Maryland.
Candidates without experience must apply under the Deputy Sheriff Private (Entry-Level) announcement located at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/pgc.
About the Agency
The Prince George's County Office of the Sheriff has been a vital link in the criminal justice system for more than 300 years, providing the citizens of Prince George’s County with professional, transparent, and effective law enforcement service. The Office of the Sheriff serves as the law enforcement arm of the courts, responding to domestic violence calls, processing warrants, civil papers, domestic violence peace and protective orders, Emergency Psychiatric Petition (E.P.S.) orders, and the execution of evictions. The Office of the Sheriff is also responsible for court security, providing security and protection for visitors to our courthouses and securing courtrooms and holding areas. Deputies transport prisoners and are responsible for extraditing fugitives from other states.
- Provide effective and efficient law enforcement services to the residents of Prince George's County
- Perform general law enforcement and investigations controlling and serving warrants and/or extraditing persons wanted on criminal warrants
- Transport prisoners to and from various institutions and courts throughout the State of Maryland and the United States
- Arrest, detain and process prisoners that are in the custody of the Office of the Sheriff
- Serve civil processes/summonses
- Execute writs/court orders
- Maintain security in the courtrooms of the Circuit and District Courts
- Monitor prisoners in holding areas
- Perform court related house evictions
- Complete reports
- U.S. Citizen
- High School graduate or possess a G.E.D.
- At least 21 years of age at the time of submitting an application
- Currently certified by the Maryland Police and Correctional Training Commission
- Completed at least one (1) year as a certified full-time Police Officer or law enforcement officer in the State of Maryland
- Possess a valid driver's license and at least 6 months of post-license driving experience
- Pass all of the qualification factors listed in the Additional Information
- Registered with Selective Service
This position is designated "essential" and the incumbent must be willing to participate as a critical/essential employee during emergencies in the event of a natural or manmade disaster; or special activities/events. Essential employees are expected to report to work or remain at work when other County employees are granted administrative leave. Employees in this classification may be assigned to any of the three shifts to ensure 24-hour coverage to maintain the facility's security.
Preferred QualificationsEACH APPLICANT MUST INCLUDE INFORMATION ON THE APPLICATION WHICH CLEARLY DEMONSTRATES THE ABOVE QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS POSITION.
DO NOT use a mobile device, such as a phone, to complete this application. You are highly encouraged to use a desktop or laptop computer so that you can carefully and thoroughly read and understand all aspects of applying for this position.
To be considered, applicants must successfully complete all of the following steps:
Phase 1
- Create online profile and submit an online application
Only qualified candidates will be contacted to complete additional phases below:
Phase 2
- Schedule and pass an Applicant Physical Requirement Test (APRT)
- Pass the written examination
- Submit Preliminary Documents and Records Check
- Download and complete the Personal History Statement (PHS)
Phase 3
- Initial Interview (Submit PHS & requested supporting documents)
- Background Investigation
- Oral Board Interview
- Polygraph Examination
- Psychological Screening
- Medical Examination & Drug Screening
- Hiring Consideration
- Final Offer of Employment
- Completion and Graduation from the Prince George's County Police Academy
Reasons for disqualification may include (but are not limited to) the following:
- Previous disqualification for public safety positions within Prince George's County
- Deception or falsification of information provided on application or other documents
- Poor work history
- Poor driving record, which includes suspended license/DWI/DUI
- History or pattern of crimes (both reported and not reported); felony/misdemeanor conviction; illegal drug usage, possession, distribution, sale, or purchase
- Testing positive on drug screening to include marijuana
- Failure to meet physical and mental standards
- Failure to present a professional appearance
- Poor credit history
Notifications
Notifications for this position will be made via email.
Applicants must monitor the e-mail account provided and update their online profile with any changes to personal information.
Applicants must ensure your e-mail account allows emails from all addresses ending in "@co.pg.md.us".For more information, you may contact a Sheriff Recruiter at sheriffrecruitment@co.pg.md.us